Nicoya Peninsula Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in March.

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Tamarindo Sámara Nosara Cóbano

Planning a trip to the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Nicoya Peninsula in March

The Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. March in the Nicoya Peninsula generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very warm in Cóbano at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Nicoya at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Nicoya and 26°C (79°F) in Cóbano. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tamarindo with an average of 4.9 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Sámara with 21 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Tamarindo sees around 305 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Nicoya Peninsula in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Nicoya Peninsula.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in the Nicoya Peninsula (March)

Precipitation variation in the Nicoya Peninsula (March)

Tamarindo

In March Tamarindo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
305 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tamarindo →

Sámara

In March Sámara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sámara →

Nosara

In March Nosara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Nosara →

Cóbano

In March Cóbano generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
282 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cóbano →

Nicoya

In March Nicoya generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
305 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Nicoya →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula, in Costa Rica.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Nicoya Peninsula in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tamarindo 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Sámara 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Nosara 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Cóbano 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Nicoya 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

The Nicoya Peninsula weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in March?

Expect tolerable weather across the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in March. The popular destination of Tamarindo averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in March?

In Tamarindo, the average daytime high in March is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica during March, with Tamarindo averaging close to 4.9 mm (0.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica with overall perfect weather in Tamarindo.

Generally speaking, January and December provide pleasant weather in Tamarindo. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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